Proverbs 10:6
Blessings are on the head of the righteous, but the mouth of the wicked conceals violence.
In context
3 The Lord does not let the righteous go hungry, but he thwarts the craving of the wicked. 4 A slack hand causes poverty, but the hand of the diligent makes rich.
5 He who gathers in summer is a prudent son, but he who sleeps in harvest is a son who brings shame. 6 Blessings are on the head of the righteous, but the mouth of the wicked conceals violence. 7 The memory of the righteous is a blessing, but the name of the wicked will rot. 8 The wise of heart will receive commandments, but a babbling fool will come to ruin.
9 Whoever walks in integrity walks securely, but he who makes his ways crooked will be found out.
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- KJV King James Version
— Proverbs 10:6 in the KJV
Blessings are upon the head of the just: But violence covereth the mouth of the wicked.
- NIV New International Version
— Proverbs 10:6 in the NIV
Blessings crown the head of the righteous, but violence overwhelms the mouth of the wicked.